After spending hours researching several sources for the 2021 kitchen trends, I came away more confused than enlightened. Depending on the source, kitchen trends seemed to vary, while a couple remained consistent. I thought I would simplify what the “experts” are...
Kitchen 101
Care and Maintenance of Quartz Countertops
Quartz countertops are an engineered, man-made material and are not only amazing in function but also in style with their wide variety of colors. From solid colors such as ebony black to the classic Carrara marble-look with delicate veining, you will never have to...
Kitchen Sinks and What You Need to Know
Kitchen sinks have come a long way since your grandma’s kitchen sink…unless she lived on a farm in which case the farmhouse sink style has been back for a while and continues to be a popular trend we see in many of our renovations. The following are some...
Kitchen Cabinet Color Trends 2020
While an all-white kitchen has been popular for the past several years, many designers and homeowners are changing direction when it comes to kitchen cabinet color. When choosing your kitchen cabinet finish everything from the style of the cabinetry, color schemes in...
DIY: How to Keep Your Cooktop Shiny & Clean
Keeping your cooktop clean is no small task. This is slightly tongue in cheek as I am NOT always on top of wiping down my cooktop right after making our 7-course dinner (well…maybe 1-course dinner), but with 3 of our 4 kids home, my cooktop is definitely getting more...
Kitchen 101: Refrigerators and Freezers
Choosing refrigerators and freezers may not seem too difficult. However, when we work with a homeowner interested in a kitchen renovation, we assist them in making well-educated decisions on many options of which a refrigerator and freezer are near the top of the...
Demystifying Kitchen Island Lighting
Homeowners ask for guidance on choosing the “right” size or style of light fixtures over their kitchen island, but my response is that there is no true “right” type of fixture or even size of that fixture. It truly is a personal preference. That being said, there are...
Get the 411 on Microwaves
When planning a kitchen renovation one of the decisions you will make will be where to place your microwave (if you still use one). Since counter space is typically at a premium, you might want to consider where best to tuck it away while ensuring the most functional...
Considerations for Pot Filler Faucet Placement
We like Wolf / Sub Zero appliances and they have helpful information on their website. Homeowners who are undertaking a kitchen remodel often ask us about pot filler faucets. While Wolf doesn't have specific location recommendations, here are some of the...
Care and Maintenance of Marble Countertops
Marble is a natural stone, which means each countertop is unique—a quality many of our homeowners like. But before selecting marble for your countertops, be aware of the care and maintenance required when using a natural stone. Because of its porous nature, marble is...